Upper Hampstead Plantation

Wood, Forest in Hampshire

England

Upper Hampstead Plantation

Mooring Ropes, Newtown Harbour A line of moorings along the quay use this rope and pulley device so that boats can be moored away from the quayside, but easily pulled up to it when needed.
Mooring Ropes, Newtown Harbour Credit: Des Blenkinsopp

Upper Hampstead Plantation is a picturesque woodland area located in Hampshire, England. Covering an expansive area of lush greenery, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike. The plantation is situated in the heart of the county, surrounded by rolling hills and idyllic countryside.

The woodland is predominantly composed of a diverse range of native trees, including oak, beech, and birch. These towering trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter to a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, adding bursts of color to the landscape.

Upper Hampstead Plantation is home to a rich array of wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers and animal enthusiasts. Many species of birds, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, can be spotted here throughout the year. Small mammals like squirrels and rabbits can also be seen scurrying through the undergrowth.

The plantation offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the beauty of the woodland at their own pace. These paths wind through the forest, passing by babbling brooks and tranquil ponds, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Upper Hampstead Plantation is not only a haven for wildlife but also serves as an important habitat for conservation efforts. The woodland is carefully managed to ensure the preservation of its natural beauty and biodiversity.

Overall, Upper Hampstead Plantation is a true gem of Hampshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and experience the tranquility of an enchanting woodland environment.

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Upper Hampstead Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.708337/-1.4309101 or Grid Reference SZ4090. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mooring Ropes, Newtown Harbour A line of moorings along the quay use this rope and pulley device so that boats can be moored away from the quayside, but easily pulled up to it when needed.
Mooring Ropes, Newtown Harbour
A line of moorings along the quay use this rope and pulley device so that boats can be moored away from the quayside, but easily pulled up to it when needed.
Old Chains by the Slipway What looks like an old anchor and chain rusting away on the quayside.
The causeway beyond is shown as a public footpath, which it may still be if you fancy getting muddy. 
Ms Blenkinsopp is standing about as far as you can get without wellies.
Old Chains by the Slipway
What looks like an old anchor and chain rusting away on the quayside. The causeway beyond is shown as a public footpath, which it may still be if you fancy getting muddy. Ms Blenkinsopp is standing about as far as you can get without wellies.
In the mud at low tide A neat small boat sitting in the mud at Newtown Quay.
The mooring ropes are not in such good condition. Seriously slimy.
In the mud at low tide
A neat small boat sitting in the mud at Newtown Quay. The mooring ropes are not in such good condition. Seriously slimy.
Newtown Quay Newtown was a busy port in medieval times. Now the town is reduced to a few houses and the quay is the quiet home of a few small boats.
Newtown Quay
Newtown was a busy port in medieval times. Now the town is reduced to a few houses and the quay is the quiet home of a few small boats.
Levee round a Brine Pond Salt was made here for centuries up to the 1930s. The water on the right is in a pond where sea water was stored and partly evaporated before the brine was boiled to extract the salt crystals.
See this National Trust page for more details and some old pictures. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/newtown-national-nature-reserve/features/the-salt-industry-at-newtown" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/newtown-national-nature-reserve/features/the-salt-industry-at-newtown">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Levee round a Brine Pond
Salt was made here for centuries up to the 1930s. The water on the right is in a pond where sea water was stored and partly evaporated before the brine was boiled to extract the salt crystals. See this National Trust page for more details and some old pictures. LinkExternal link
Path back to Newtown The end of a short but interesting circular walk along a causeway to Newtown Quay and around the old salt ponds.
Path back to Newtown
The end of a short but interesting circular walk along a causeway to Newtown Quay and around the old salt ponds.
Gate onto the Causeway The start of a long boardwalk over the marsh out to Newtown Quay by the black hut in the distance.
Gate onto the Causeway
The start of a long boardwalk over the marsh out to Newtown Quay by the black hut in the distance.
Footbridge, Newtown Harbour Looking back along the footbridge leading to the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Footbridge, Newtown Harbour
Looking back along the footbridge leading to the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Footbridge, Newtown Harbour Looking back along the footbridge leading to the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Footbridge, Newtown Harbour
Looking back along the footbridge leading to the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay Creek and building by the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay
Creek and building by the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay Building by the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay
Building by the quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay The quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Quay
The quay at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Harbour A creek at Newtown Harbour.
Newtown Harbour
A creek at Newtown Harbour.
Footpath Footpath alongside Coastguard Meadows.
Footpath
Footpath alongside Coastguard Meadows.
Boundary Stone at Bouldnor Forest On the coastal path route
Boundary Stone at Bouldnor Forest
On the coastal path route
House near Hamstead Taken from the coastal path route.
House near Hamstead
Taken from the coastal path route.
Hamstead Farm, Hamstead taken from the coastal path route
Hamstead Farm, Hamstead
taken from the coastal path route
Landslip at Bouldnor Cliff Part of an extensive area of landslip due to coastal erosion.
Landslip at Bouldnor Cliff
Part of an extensive area of landslip due to coastal erosion.
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Upper Hampstead Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SZ4090 (Lat: 50.708337, Lng: -1.4309101)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.708337,-1.4309101
Source: landsat
Lat/Long: 50.7125777/-1.4303075
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 50.7046144/-1.4343665
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Note: survey 07/2016
Source: Bing
Stile: stepover
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Source: Locally rectified NPE map
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Source: Locally rectified NPE map
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Ningwood Lake
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Note: survey 07/2016
Stile: stepover
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Upper Hamstead Plantation
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Upper Hamstead Plantation
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Lower Hamstead Plantation
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Hiking: yes
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
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Hiking: yes
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